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Wireless Router for small hotel

  • 05-05-2016 12:11AM
    #1
    KerrySurfer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37 ✭


    Just wondering if any of you knowledgeable folk could recommend a decent wireless router for a small hotel/guest house? Basic requirements are of course excellent range (wireless APs can be installed at a later stage if required) and guest network access. The range is probably the most important factor and the budget is probably under €200. The location is rural and the type of broadband is 10/15 MB fixed wireless (antenna on roof with line of sight to mast). The broadband provider will probably supply a wireless router but I'd imagine it won't be up to scratch!

    Also, if you don't mind me asking, would anyone have any idea of a ballpark cost of setting up said router and 2 access points (excluding hardware cost).

    Cheers!


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  • #2
    ED E
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,095 ✭✭✭✭ED E


    Get a captive portal.

    A. Stop excessive usage
    B. Stop illegal behaviour that YOU are responsible for as the bill payer
    C. Stop clients honey potting other clients

    Costs a bit more but especially on a FWA connection a worthwhile investment. Pricing will depend on how much work is involved in linking your APs.


  • #3
    mass_debater
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,072 ✭✭✭mass_debater


    KerrySurfer wrote: »
    Just wondering if any of you knowledgeable folk could recommend a decent wireless router for a small hotel/guest house? Basic requirements are of course excellent range (wireless APs can be installed at a later stage if required) and guest network access. The range is probably the most important factor and the budget is probably under €200. The location is rural and the type of broadband is 10/15 MB fixed wireless (antenna on roof with line of sight to mast). The broadband provider will probably supply a wireless router but I'd imagine it won't be up to scratch!

    Also, if you don't mind me asking, would anyone have any idea of a ballpark cost of setting up said router and 2 access points (excluding hardware cost).

    Cheers!

    Maybe not, it could be a Mikrotik and would be ideal. Ask them.


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